São Paulo wouldn’t be São Paulo without its famed main drag. Avenida Paulista is varied, vital, messy, and raw. Nowhere else in the city comes close to capturing and condensing the city’s energy and adrenaline.

If you’re in the mood for a big city on a large scale, Sampa fits the bill. To experience the epitome of its raw bustling energy, impressive mix of architecture, and the incredible diversity of both its inhabitants and its offerings, head to the city’s main artery, Avenida Paulista.